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DS 3 E-Tense vs XPENG G6
Selected trimPallasChange trim248 mi · 54 kWh · £36,995
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim292 mi · 68.5 kWh · £39,990
At a glance
In this comparison, DS 3 E-Tense leads on running costs and city driving, while the XPENG G6 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DS 3 E-Tense if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the XPENG G6 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The XPENG G6 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueXPENG
DS
4.5
XPENG
6.6
Motorway RangeXPENG
DS
4.5
XPENG
5.3
FamilyXPENG
DS
1.9
XPENG
8.3
ChargingXPENG
DS
3
XPENG
8.9
Cost Per MileDS
DS
8.2
XPENG
2.4
City DrivingDS
DS
7.4
XPENG
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
- 44 miles more WLTP range
- 221 litres more boot space
- 282 kW faster rapid charging
- 18 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 103 kW more power
- 2.1s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | DS 3 E-TensePallas | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,995 (better) | £39,990 |
| Official range | 248 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 350 L | 571 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 12 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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DS 3 E-Tense
XPENG G6
Length
DS 3 E-Tense4,118mm-640mm
XPENG G64,758mm
Width
DS 3 E-Tense1,802mm-118mm
XPENG G61,920mm
Height
DS 3 E-Tense1,534mm-116mm
XPENG G61,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | DS 3 E-TensePallas | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,118 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,802 mm (better) | 1,920 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,988 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,534 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 598 mm spare (better) | 480 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | DS 3 E-TensePallas | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L | 571 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1050 L | 1374 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
DS 3 E-Tense
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
XPENG G6
- Peak DC charging of 382 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Boot space of 571 L is bigger than 85% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  DS 3 E-Tense Pallas |  XPENG G6 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.12m | 4.76m+640mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.92m+118mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.99m | Not available |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.65m+116mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.89m+332mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L | 571L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1050L | 1374L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.7m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg (better) | 2,065kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh | 68.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi | 292 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 382kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,995 (better) | £39,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £35,495 (-£1,500) | £39,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | DS 3 E-TensePallas | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles | 292 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 12 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 382 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 175 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh | 68.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | DS 3 E-TensePallas | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 6.9 sec (better) |
| Power | 115 kW | 218 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 440 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
DS 3 E-Tense
Pallas
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
XPENG G6
Standard Range
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - XPENG G6 Standard Range
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist75%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | DS 3 E-TensePallas | XPENG G6Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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DS 3 E-Tense
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XPENG G6
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Frequently asked questions
Is the XPENG G6 worth the extra £2,995 over the DS 3 E-Tense?
The XPENG G6 costs £2,995 more than the DS 3 E-Tense. For that premium it adds 44 miles more WLTP range, 282 kW faster peak rapid charging and 221 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the XPENG G6 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the DS 3 E-Tense or the XPENG G6?
The DS 3 E-Tense is £2,995 cheaper to buy. The DS 3 E-Tense is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £192 for the XPENG G6, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the DS 3 E-Tense comes out roughly £3,195 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the DS 3 E-Tense and XPENG G6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the DS 3 E-Tense and 193 miles for the XPENG G6 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 30 minutes in the DS 3 E-Tense and 12 in the XPENG G6, so the XPENG G6 loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the DS 3 E-Tense or the XPENG G6?
The DS 3 E-Tense is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 118 mm narrower than the XPENG G6. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 598 mm of total clearance for the DS 3 E-Tense and about 480 mm of total clearance for the XPENG G6. The DS 3 E-Tense also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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